Curriculum design is a critical element of providing high-quality education, and progression in learning should always be at the heart of it. In Wales, the Curriculum for Wales guidance provides a framework for schools to develop their own curricula, allowing them to create learning experiences that meet the needs of learners. However, when designing a curriculum, it is important to focus on principles of progression rather than starting with a theme and fitting the learning to it.
The principles of progression provide a framework for understanding how learners should progress in learning around specific statements of what matters. They also articulate the broader principles of what progression means in each Area of learning and experience, as well as across the whole curriculum. By using these principles, schools and practitioners can ensure that learners are making progress towards the four purposes of the curriculum.
It is essential to note that learners progress at different paces, and teachers must be mindful of this when designing a curriculum. As such, the principles of progression provide a guide for teachers to understand how learners should progress with greater sophistication or depth, regardless of their pace.
It is also important to recognize that descriptions of learning or a specific context, topic or experience should be considered in the context of the principles of progression. By doing so, practitioners can ensure that learners are making progress towards the four purposes of the curriculum and developing a broad and balanced education that meets their needs.
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